Presenting a short list of Francophone Celebrities — Personalities Fluent in the French Language.
Bradley Cooper
Bradley, the “Hangover” actor’s initial fascination for French, stemmed from his childhood exposure to “Chariots Of Fire,” where a character spoke in French language. Later, while pursuing an English degree at Georgetown University, he concurrently delved into French studies. He then seized an opportunity to participate in a six-month exchange program in Aix-en-Provence, France. This helped him speak the language fluently and learn more about the culture.
Diane Kruger
Diane Kruger, known for her roles in films like “Inglourious Basterds” and “Troy,” was born and brought up in Germany. Her pursuit of an acting career led her to Paris, where she honed her skills and became fluent in French.
Shashi Tharoor
Shashi Tharoor, a famous Indian politician, acclaimed author, and former United Nations Under-Secretary General, boasts an impressive command of the French language. Through his extensive diplomatic carrier, notably at the UN, he had innumerable occasions to interact with his counterparts in French. An author himself, Mr. Tharoor says that the knowledge of French allows him to savor the richness of French literature in the original language.
J.K. Rowling
J.K. Rowling is a polyglot. She’s quite good at French too. Her mother, Anne (Volant) Rowling, was half-French, which might have sparked her interest in the French language. She’s especially grateful to Gallimard, the first publisher to release the Potter books internationally, even before they were published in America.
Serena Williams
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